Speed Up Windows Startup – Disable Startup Apps Practical steps on Windows 10 / 11
Too many apps launching when your PC starts can slow down boot time and reduce performance. Follow these simple step-by-step hints to disable unnecessary startup apps and make Windows start faster.
🛠 Method 1: Disable Startup Apps Using Task Manager
Step 1: Open Task Manager
• Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc on your keyboard.
• Or right-click the Taskbar and select Task Manager.
Step 2: Open the Startup tab
• In Task Manager, click Startup (Windows 10) or Startup apps (Windows 11).
Step 3: Review the list of startup programs
• You will see apps along with their Startup Impact (High, Medium, Low).
Step 4: Disable unnecessary apps
• Select an app you don’t need at startup.
• Click Disable in the bottom-right corner.
Step 5: Restart your computer
Restart your PC to apply the changes and notice faster startup time.
⚙️ Method 2: Disable Startup Apps from Windows Settings
For Windows 11
Step 1: Click the Start Menu.
Step 2: Open Settings.
Step 3: Go to Apps → Startup.
Step 4: Find apps you don’t need at startup.
Step 5: Toggle the switch Off to disable them.
For Windows 10
Step 1: Click the Start Menu.
Step 2: Open Settings.
Step 3: Select Apps.
Step 4: Click Startup.
Step 5: Turn Off the apps you want to disable.